Analyst

Job Posting Organization:
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) is an international financial institution established in 1991 to support the development of market economies and promote private and entrepreneurial initiatives in countries from Central Europe to Central Asia. The EBRD operates in over 30 countries and has a mission to foster the transition to open market-oriented economies and to promote private and entrepreneurial initiatives. The organization employs a diverse workforce and is committed to inclusiveness, innovation, trust, and responsibility in its operations.

Job Overview:
The Analyst position within the EBRD’s Real Estate Banking Team is a critical role that contributes to all phases of the project cycle for investment projects. The Analyst will engage in project origination, structuring, execution, implementation, and monitoring. This role requires a proactive approach to undertaking comprehensive due diligence, which includes financial, market, integrity, and compliance assessments with EBRD policies. The Analyst will work closely with the operation leader and senior bankers, taking on responsibilities that include conducting research, analyzing financial data, and ensuring high-quality completion of tasks within specified time frames. The position is designed to allow the Analyst to progressively take on more complex tasks and expand their responsibilities based on experience and expertise.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Structuring and Execution: The Analyst will work as a member of the project team on transactions, contributing to project structuring and execution. This includes conducting comprehensive research and analysis of background materials, market information, and financial performance data. The Analyst will analyze potential risks related to proposed projects, prepare and update financial models and projections, and assist in designing technical cooperation assistance. Communication with internal units, clients, and stakeholders is also a key responsibility, along with ensuring timely completion of assigned tasks.
• Portfolio Monitoring, Value Creation and Reporting: The Analyst will undertake tasks related to project implementation and monitoring, ensuring compliance with project agreements and Bank procedures. This includes preparing monitoring reports with recommendations for corrective actions and assisting with the implementation of technical cooperation assignments.
• Business Development: The Analyst may assist with marketing and business development efforts as required. The role is structured to allow for growth in complexity and responsibility as the Analyst gains experience.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree, with a Master’s degree preferred or equivalent experience in relevant fields. Strong quantitative and numerical skills are essential, along with the ability to interpret financial information and design financial models. Credit analysis skills are necessary, including an understanding of local and international accounting principles. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and spreadsheet software is required, and professional qualifications such as ACA, CFA, ACCA, or CIMA are desirable. Candidates should also have a good understanding of relevant systems and processes, and the ability to work effectively as part of a team under deadlines and pressure. Excellent written and oral communication skills in English are mandatory, and proficiency in additional languages spoken in EBRD’s Countries of Operations is advantageous.

Educational Background:
The position requires a Bachelor’s degree as a minimum educational qualification, with a preference for candidates holding a Master’s degree or equivalent experience in finance, economics, or a related field. This educational background is crucial for understanding the complexities of financial analysis and project management within the banking sector.

Experience:
Candidates should have experience in financing extractive industries or relevant financial industry experience from investment or commercial banks, private equity firms, asset management firms, development banks, or auditing/financial consulting firms that operate to international standards. Exposure to real estate sub-sectors is considered an advantage, as it aligns with the responsibilities of the Analyst role within the Real Estate Banking Team.

Languages:
Fluency in English is mandatory for this position, as it is the primary language of communication within the EBRD. Additionally, having a good command of one or more languages spoken in the EBRD’s Countries of Operations is considered an advantage, as it can facilitate communication and collaboration with clients and stakeholders in those regions.

Additional Notes:
The position is a regular contract with a specified end date of 03/11/202

• The EBRD promotes a hybrid workplace that offers flexibility to teams and individuals, emphasizing trust and connectedness. The organization values diversity and encourages applications from qualified candidates regardless of their background. The EBRD also prioritizes employee wellbeing and offers a comprehensive suite of competitive benefits.